Gastech 2026: Nigeria’s gas future in the new equation of energy security, capital and prosperity
By Kunle Odusola-Stevenson With an audience expected to exceed 50,000 and more than 800 exhibiting companies from across the global energy value chain, Gastech 2026 has made Bangkok a meeting point for the forces reshaping the energy economy: supply security, investment, infrastructure, technology and rapidly changing demand. For Nigeria, however, the significance extends beyond participation. […]
Mastering the Ride and the Swing: Sporting spirit of Richard Ayodele Akintunde
By Ahmed Isiaka Richard Ayodele Akintunde is a legal luminary, yet a motorcyclist whose journeys on two wheels have been nothing short of remarkable. With a deep-rooted passion for long-distance rides and challenging terrains, Richard has earned recognition and accolades in the world of motorcycling. His journey, which began in 2018, is a testament to […]
Education Minister: Don’t jump the gun on ‘dots’
The Minister of Education Professor Tahir Mamman, last week in a popular Channels Television programme Sunday Politics had his mind closed against all arguments for those he called ‘under aged’ candidates
Edo and Ondo governorship elections
By NICK DAZANG ON Saturday, September 21 and Saturday, November 16, 2024, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, shall conduct off-cycle governorship elections in Edo and Ondo states. The conduct of these elections follow the issuance of their Timetables and Schedules of Activities, according to the 1999 Constitution(as amended) and the Electoral Act 2022, nearly […]
The Israel-Gaza conundrum: Insights from Nigeria
By UMAR BALA MANY groups have called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and urged Israel to stop the violence against Palestinians. The Israel-Gaza conflict has been a long-standing issue, with periods of relative calm punctuated by outbreaks of violence. The most recent escalation occurred on October 7, 2023, when members of the Hamas militant group […]
VP @ 58: A boss, mentor and quintessential leader
By Stanley Nkwocha It was Saturday, May 27th, 2023. The inauguration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria was just two days away, that is Monday, May 29th. I and my friend, B.K Yakubu (presently the Commissioner for Information in Kebbi State) were seated at the back row […]
Kashim Shettima at 58: A tribute
By Ishaq Modibbo Kawu Kashim Shettima, Nigeria’s Vice President, was born 58 years ago, on September 2nd, 1966. And what a year to be born! It was indeed one of the most defining years in Nigerian history. 1966 was the year of the first coup, which ended the post-colonial administration that had seen Nigeria into […]
Governor Dauda Lawal @59: My boss who isn’t bossy
During an official trip in mid-August, my driver in Taraba State spent half of the journey to our accommodation talking about…
Olayinka Adeleye Adebayo: 50 Cheers to a Royal Romeo
I enjoin the world to help me celebrate my elder sister, a woman of grace and valour, on the celebration of her golden jubilee.
As Dapo Abiodun makes Ogun food-secure…
President of the African Develop ment Bank Group, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, gave a stark warning on Nigeria’s import-dependence recently. Speaking at the Council of Anglican Provinces of Africa retreat, Adesina said the decision by Nigeria’s government to allow massive food importation risks destroying its agriculture. Hear him: “Nigeria cannot rely on the importation of food […]
Asue Ighodalo: Eyes on the Ball
By John Mayaki Political layabouts and neophytes donning the garb of opposition in Edo State have begun to diminish as the golden boy of the Nigeria’s financial sector and gubernatorial candidate of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State, Dr. Asue Ighodalo, continue to win the hearts of electorates, pundits and close observers […]
